Teacher Infant and Toddler

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Job Ttitle: Teacher Infant and Toddler

Company: Horizons for Homeless Children


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• $1,000 Hiring Bonus Offered for EEC Certified Teachers*

OverviewThe Community Children’s Center provides full time early care and education services for homeless children and support services for parents, in an atmosphere of safety, nurturance, and stability. A Teacher is responsible for the constant supervision of children in their classroom. A Teacher reviews important decisions with their Lead Teachers and the Education Managers, as appropriate. A Teacher supports and follows all Community Children’s Center and Horizons for Homeless Children policies and procedures as well as supervises the Assistant Teachers in their classroom.ResponsibilitiesCurriculum

• Display knowledge of early childhood development.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of a dynamic, creative, age-appropriate and multi-cultural curriculum.
• Practice positive behavior management techniques in guiding the children’s behavior.
• Inform parents of classroom curriculum plans (e.g., posting lesson plans).

Professional Development

• Maintaining an accurate and up-to-date PQ registry
• Maintaining the required 20 hours of professional development annually

Communication

• Communicate with children in a positive way that demonstrates genuine interest and respect and exhibits sensitivity to children as individuals.
• Communicate positively with parents on a daily basis to inform them of their child’s ongoing development and activities.
• Assist in the design and implementation of other classroom parent communication systems (i.e. bulletin boards, monthly newsletters, etc.).
• Complete children’s progress reports and participate in parent conferences.
• Assist in plans for and attending Parent-Teacher functions.
• Communicate openly and effectively with classroom team including participating in weekly team meetings.

• Work closely with Family Advocates to promote healthy family relationships.

Classroom Management

• Supervise Assistant Teachers in assigned classroom.

• Maintain appropriate standards of health and safety in accordance with state regulations and Horizons for Homeless Children policies and procedures.
• Understand and implement emergency procedures.
• Organize classroom schedule to allow for child initiated and teacher directed activities as well as individual and small group learning.

• Coordinate transitions of children to and from classrooms.
• Ensure that classroom equipment is in good repair and inform Lead Teacher when supplies are low.
• Submit all records and reports in a timely and accurate manner including attendance sheets, accident reports, progress reports and time sheets.

QualificationsRequired Experience and Competencies

• Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to collaborate and solve problems using a team approach.
• Supervision skills that focus on strengths, mutual respect, consistent feedback, professional growth, and inclusion.
• Ability and willingness to handle all sensitive information confidentially.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Priority will be given to individuals who have had previous experience working with homeless children and their families, multi-ethnic urban families or with children-at-risk.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge to effectively use MS Office applications and other relevant ECE software applications.
• Commitment to Horizons mission and ability to embody our core values (Collaborative, Inclusive, Innovative, and Passionate).

Where and when you’ll workThis is a 40-hour, full time position that’s exempt from overtime. You can expect to work Monday through Friday on-site in an assigned classrooms. There will be monthly trainings and or evening events with advanced planning and notice. Our space is located:Educational Requirements

• Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Teacher Certification required.
• At least 9 months to 1 year or more of relevant work experience
• 12 ECE Credits minimum preferred for EHS and HS classrooms.
• Associates and or Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education (ECE) or related field strongly preferred

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Salary: $54200 – 57000 per year

Location: Roxbury, MA

Date: Fri, 04 Jul 2025 22:49:16 GMT


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